Child Dies of Measles in New York, First Such Death in 30 Years
A child in New York has died after contracting measles, according to local authorities. It is the first such death in 30 years.
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State of emergency declared as nor'easter batters US Northeast
The northeastern U.S. coast is being hit by a powerful autumn storm, known locally as a nor'easter, affecting the major cities of New York, Boston and Philadelphia. A state of emergency has been declared.
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Snowstorm in the USA - state of emergency issued in parts of New York
A snowstorm is wreaking havoc on air travelers and residents in the northeastern United States. 1,500 flights have been canceled and a state of emergency is in effect in parts of New York.
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The Pop Queen Madonna Scolds "King" Trump
The pop icon Madonna has resumed her crusade against Donald Trump and mocks the president for calling himself "the king" on his social media platform Truth Social.
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US Governors Vow to Continue Climate Fight
The newly elected President of the USA, Donald Trump, will for the second time withdraw the USA from the Paris Agreement, via a decree signed on the first day in office. But an alliance of regional leaders representing more than half of the country promises to continue the fight against climate change.
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New York introduces congestion tax, inspired by Stockholm
After Stockholm, London, and Singapore – now congestion tax is also introduced in New York. The initiative is, among other things, intended to provide a multi-billion kronor boost to the city's neglected public transportation.
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Now New Yorkers can be legally unfaithful
It is no longer a crime to be unfaithful to one's spouse in the American state of New York.
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Biden refuses to back down – but the pressure is increasing
More voices are being raised to suggest that Joe Biden should step aside and let someone else run against Donald Trump in the autumn's presidential election. But Biden is standing firm in his decision not to withdraw – and the Democratic governors are backing him.
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